"It is unusual where I come from, I admit. But... I do not find you ugly, since I was not expecting wings."

Some fae had them. Plenty more did not. But Simon was well aware that his version of the fae could be petty and arbitrary about what counted as proper.

"If it comforts you, none of us had a choice in being brought here. I had intended to stay close to home for some time, before I found myself here. But I am willing to act as guide, if you like."